Subtraction skills Addition & Subtraction Worksheets for 5-Year-Olds

Enhance your child's mathematical foundation with our engaging Addition & Subtraction Worksheets designed for 5-year-olds! These worksheets focus on developing essential subtraction skills through fun activities that make learning enjoyable. With colorful illustrations and interactive problems, children will grasp the concept of taking away, enhancing their understanding of numbers. Our resources provide a variety of exercises that cater to different learning paces, ensuring each child builds confidence in their abilities. Perfect for preschools and homeschooling environments, these worksheets encourage independent practice and help foster a love for math. Start your child's journey to math mastery today!


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Using Fingers to Solve Subtraction Problems

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Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet

Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet

Help your kids practice math with these simple word problems. Read the question, discuss with them to form the equation and then check the answer. Give them a chance to sharpen their math skills!
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet
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Math: Subtraction Nine And Five PDF Worksheet
Math: Subtraction Nine And Five PDF Worksheet

Subtraction Nine And Five Worksheet

Trace the path to the right answer and help the dog find its way out of the maze. Have fun while learning subtraction! (80 words)
Subtraction Nine And Five Worksheet
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Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet

Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet

When we see 'more' or 'less', they usually refer to quantity. In Math, they indicate addition or subtraction. Help kids read aloud two simple word problems and figure out the correct equations for each. Check the correct equation afterwards.
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet
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Math: Eight And Three Subtraction PDF Worksheet
Math: Eight And Three Subtraction PDF Worksheet

Eight And Three Subtraction Worksheet

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Eight And Three Subtraction Worksheet
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Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Utilize images and objects your students know to facilitate learning. Simple math problems should be a cinch for kindergartners who can count to 30. Ask them to identify the picture's subject. Then read word problems and help them find the right number sentences to match.
Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet
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Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet
Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet

Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet

Math is made fun with this free worksheet featuring Arctic animal pictures to solve basic subtraction word problems. Kids read the problem and choose the correct drawing of the animals to represent the solution. They'll have a blast with their cool animal friends while learning math!
Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet
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Count Back to Subtract
Count Back to Subtract

Count Back to Subtract Substraction Worksheet

With this worksheet, your child can visually see and count each number they’re subtracting. This worksheet provides a number line to help your child master subtraction visually. Counting back on the line will give them a deeper understanding of the concept. It's a great way to teach subtraction and help children gain confidence with the subject.
Count Back to Subtract Substraction Worksheet
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Supermarket Math Worksheet
Supermarket Math Worksheet

Supermarket Math Worksheet

Take your kids to the supermarket and ask what they're looking forward to buying. Help them solve the three questions in the worksheet by interpreting each one into an equation, then choose the right answer.
Supermarket Math Worksheet
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The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet
The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet

The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet

Read the Earth Day-themed word problem aloud to your kids, pointing to the pictures as you go. Use the number line to help them count on and find the answer. Then check it together. Doing this can help them learn more about Earth Day and meet other children who are doing their part to keep it clean.
The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet
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Subtraction printable worksheet: fruit and veggies
Subtraction printable worksheet: fruit and veggies

Fruit and Veggies Subtraction Worksheet

Kids learn subtraction with this fun worksheet: fruits and veggies! Kids use pictures to count or take away to get the right answer, aiding in understanding subtraction better.
Fruit and Veggies Subtraction Worksheet
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Subtraction skills, alongside addition, form the foundational blocks of mathematical understanding for young children, particularly those around the age of five. At this age, developing these skills is crucial because they help children make sense of the world around them. Math is not just about numbers; it teaches critical thinking, problem-solving, and reasoning abilities.

Parents and teachers should care about incorporating subtraction into early education for several reasons. First, subtraction helps children understand the concept of ‘taking away,’ fostering early comprehension of quantities and relationships. This understanding lays the groundwork for more complex math skills later on, such as comparing numbers and tackling arithmetic in a broader sense.

Moreover, engaging kids with fun subtraction activities can promote a positive attitude towards math. When children learn through play and interaction, they are more likely to retain knowledge and develop confidence in their abilities.

Furthermore, mastering basic math skills at this stage can help bridge academic gaps as they progress in school, ensuring that they are well-prepared and less anxious about future math concepts. Ultimately, investing time in teaching subtraction not only enhances numerical fluency but also supports overall cognitive development, enabling children to become proficient learners.